Round 14 Preview | Vixens vs Fever

The Vixens return to John Cain Arena this Sunday for their final home and away game of the season, taking on West Coast Fever in a blockbuster Round 14 clash.

With both teams locked into the top four and finals fast approaching, the stage is set for a highly competitive contest.

The match also marks Suncorp Super Netball's Inclusion Round, with the Melbourne Vixens and Netball Victoria celebrating Everyone Belongs Round, recognising the diversity of the netball community and reinforcing the sport's commitment to creating welcoming and inclusive spaces for everyone.

THE MATCH
Melbourne Vixens vs West Coast Fever
Sunday 14 June, 2pm AEST
John Cain Arena | Wurundjeri Country

HOW TO WATCH
Can’t make it to the game? Tune in live or on demand on Kayo Sports, Foxtel or BINGE (Australia), or via Netball Pass (international).

THE TEAM
Kiera Austin (VC)
Kim Borger
Kate Eddy
Rudi Ellis
Sophie Garbin
Emily Mannix
Kate Moloney (C)
Hannah Mundy
Zara Walters
Jo Weston

LAST TIME THEY MET
Round 7, Sunday 26 April
Vixens (50) defeated Fever (44) at RAC Arena.

WHAT TO EXPECT
After last week's Melbourne Derby loss to the Mavericks, the Vixens will be determined to bounce back and finish the regular season on a high in front of their home crowd. Expect the team to come out firing as they look to build momentum heading into finals as they secure their second-place spot.

Kim Borger will once again step into the shooting circle in place of Lily Graham, who remains sidelined with back soreness. Borger made a strong impact last week, providing a target under the post and sinking the only Super Shot of the match.

Kate Eddy has been a vital part of the Vixens' midcourt this season, creating turnover opportunities through her defensive pressure and ability to hunt intercepts. Her work rate and intensity will be crucial as she looks to make another strong impact this Sunday.

The clash also marks Suncorp Super Netball's Inclusion Round, with the Melbourne Vixens and Netball Victoria celebrating Everyone Belongs Round.

ONE TO WATCH
Emily Mannix was once again a standout in defence in Round 13, applying relentless pressure to finish with four gains, four deflections and two intercepts against the Mavericks. Her intensity, leadership and ability to disrupt opposition attacks will be key as the Vixens look to respond this week against the Fever.

THE NUMBERS
10 – The Vixens have claimed victory in 10 of their 13 matches this season and will be chasing win number 11 this Sunday as they look to build momentum heading into their major semi-final against the Thunderbirds.

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